Genetics could explain how traumatic events affect people’s health

Tuesday, January 14, 2020 - 08:10 in Psychology & Sociology

by Kelly Oakes Facing the death of a loved one, being given a life-threatening diagnosis, or living through a natural disaster is difficult enough. But those who get through these traumatic life events often face further ill effects. Someone’s chances of developing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety all increase after being exposed to significant […]

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